The Non-Product Consolidation Operation

During the mega merger of two generic pharmaceutical corporations, an errant shipment jeopardizes the existence of the Non Product Consolidation Operation, a miscellaneous package export warehouse. Lawrence, the boss, remains oblivious to the threat in spite of mounting evidence. Myrtle and Ralph, who occasionally ship packages on time, roast corporate policy, while Naomi tries to prove that workers can succeed in spite of middle management.

Formerly an integral member of lower middle management, John Ropa is now retired. He and his wife, Arete, live on 87 acres in Elizabeth, IL, where he plants things and drives around on his tractor. His most recent employer pays him not to come to work anymore. John has a BA from DePauw University, and an MBA from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business.